Josh Williams
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
After finishing my Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Otago, which laid a solid foundation for my career. Now, I’m eager to build on that academic background and further develop my expertise in sales. I’m excited to continue advancing my career, consistently hitting targets and boosting team performance. I’m a results-driven professional with a passion for sales that aligns perfectly with my natural strengths. My focus on lead generation, customer relationships, and sales strategy has proven to be a great fit for my skills and interests. I thrive in fast-paced environments, thanks to my strong communication, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Sales Consultant - Contract
Lynx Recruitment
Freeans Bay, Auckland
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed and maintained relationships with existing clients while generating new business opportunities.
- Prepared presentations and materials for client meetings.
- Provided outstanding customer service by resolving any issues or complaints quickly and efficiently.
- Assisted in the development of sales strategies to increase market share.
- Conducted regular follow-up calls to ensure customer satisfaction.
Sales Development Representative
Core Inspection
Ponsonby, Auckland
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Identified potential clients through market research and cold-calling.
- Developed relationships with existing customers to increase sales opportunities.
- Maintained an up-to-date database of prospects and clients.
- Identified and contacted potential customers through cold calling, email campaigns, and social media outreach.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities.
Assistant Brand Manager
Fackelmann Housewares
Auckland
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Researched and identified new opportunities for product and brand development.
- Managed and oversaw creative projects to drive quality, accuracy, and deadline management.
- Monitored and evaluated marketing and advertising campaigns to support brand consistency and engagement.
- Managed three social media pages, creating and scheduling content for each
Construction Labourer - Part Time
Buildform LTD
, Acukland
01.2019 - 03.2023
- Set up fencing, barricades and safety cones to block off construction areas
- Protected team and public safety with careful traffic control surrounding work sites
- Prepared worksite and building areas with shoveling, ditch digging and grading
Marketing Assistant
Redline Records
, Dunedin
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Helped develop and implement marketing campaigns focusing on customer acquisition and retention
- Focused on social media marketing to help gain attention from our target market
- Input with design for merchandise and marketing.
Warehouse Assistant - Summer Holidays
Container Door
, Auckland
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Removed inventory from trucks and transported to staging or inventory locations
- Picked orders by selecting items from warehouse inventory, following to-pick list from WMS
- Cleaned and organized work areas to safeguard team.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing and Management
The University of Otago
Dunedin, Otago05.2023
Auckland Boys Grammar School
Auckland, NZ12.2018
Skills
- Honesty, integrity and diligence in my work
- Active listening and effective communication
- Natural leadership ability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite –
PowerPoint, Excel and Word
- Ability to learn new skills quickly and efficiently
- Cold-calling
- Time-manangement
- Excellent at building rapport
Certification
- First Aid Level 1
- Full Drivers License
Affiliations
- Surfing
- Snowboarding
- Football
- Tennis
- Running
- Gym
- Wakeboarding
CLUBS
- Scrambled Legs - Raised $10,000+ for Mens Mental Health
- Rugby - Dunedin Rugby Club (Sharkies)
- OUGA - Otago University Golf Association
- OUSSC – Otago University Snow Sports Club
- COMSA – Commerce Students Association
Timeline
Junior Sales Consultant - Contract
Lynx Recruitment
07.2024 - 09.2024
Sales Development Representative
Core Inspection
05.2024 - 07.2024
Assistant Brand Manager
Fackelmann Housewares
03.2023 - 05.2024
Marketing Assistant
Redline Records
02.2020 - 12.2020
Construction Labourer - Part Time
Buildform LTD
01.2019 - 03.2023
Warehouse Assistant - Summer Holidays
Container Door
11.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing and Management
The University of Otago
Auckland Boys Grammar School
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